1996 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 517 kg more than 2013 Nissan Z.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Land Rover Discovery | 2013 Nissan Z | |
Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
Model | Discovery | Z |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3944 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |